Gear Troika – an improvement on Sykes-Fairbairn? Recoil Staff July 21, 2014 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More TORIS (Threat Oriented Rapid Incapacitation System) recently released a new knife they say “Shaves close enough for government work.” Designed by Maynard Ancheta with feedback from Torin Hill and manufactured by Jeff Crowner, it is a point-focused, edge secondary blade designed for ‘rapid-penetration/rapid release'. It is American made and assembled by veterans. Says Toris, “A lot of information went into the design of the blade—the material knowledge, knife geometry and experience of Jeff Crowner. The knife fighting expertise and design skill of Mandala Meynard Ancheta. The wounding and injury information from Torin Hill, Director of Training for TORIS. A lot of historical blade designs went into the hopper along with some trauma medicine, too. Out came the best knife many have ever handled.” Currently available in graphite, OD, coyote and black (or red, politician red, blueblack and politician blueblack for the trainer), the TROIKA has hand filed G10 scales and a handle designed for “style-agnostic” use (point up/down, blade foreward/reversed, etc.). The TROIKA comes with a matching aluminum trainer (because this isn't a safe queen, nor is it a pry-bar), a custom-kydex sheath for both, and a $110 TORIS Workshop Voucher! Specs are as follows: SPECIFICATIONS Overall Length: 10″ Cutting Edge: 5” Blade Material: CPM3V Handle Scales: G10 Blade Length: 5.25″ Blade Thickness: 5.56mm Blade Finish: Satin Weight: 500 grams The Toris TROIKA was an effort to improve on the redoubtable Sykes-Fairbairn knife of old – what do you think? Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
